Arab American
Americannoun
adjective
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of or relating to an Arab American.
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Arab-American, occurring between the United States and Arabia or the Middle East.
Diplomats predicted the deterioration of Arab-American relations with increased militarization of foreign policy.
Etymology
Origin of Arab American
First recorded in 1940–45
Example Sentences
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Talking to the Arab American caucus, he was confident.
From Slate ● Oct. 19, 2026
Egyptian American actor and comedian Ramy Youssef appeared on “Sesame Street” in mid-April to celebrate Arab American Heritage Month.
From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 30, 2026
The Arab American caucus felt like the inverse.
From Slate ● Apr. 29, 2026
Not once since our festival began in 2003 did any of the Arab American comedians fear that telling jokes about Bush — or any president — could come with a cost.
From Salon ● Nov. 6, 2025
The censure comes as the MWD investigates harassment allegations against Adel Hagekhalil, the water district’s first Arab American general manager.
From Los Angeles Times ● Dec. 12, 2024
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